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Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.
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Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.
Ingredients (original text)
Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Dark Chocolate (19%) [Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Vegetable Fats (Palm, Shea), Butter Oil (Milk), Cocoa Butter, Emulsifiers (Soya Lecithin, E476), Natural Flavouring), Sugar, Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Whole Egg, Dextrose, Concentrated Orange Juice (Sulphites), Glucose Syrup, Vegetable Oils (Sunflower, Palm), Humectant (Glycerine), Acid (Citric Acid), Gelling Agent (Pectin), Raising Agents (Ammonium Bicarbonate, Disodium Diphosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate), Dried Whole Egg, Acidity Regulator (Sodium Citrates), Natural Raspberry Flavouring with other Natural Flavourings, Colour (Curcumin, Anthocyanins), Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin). For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. ® Registered Trade Mark of pladis (UK) Limited. ality Guarantee Please contact us on our Careline if you have any feedback on our products, or write to the Consumer Services Team, enclosing your pack, complete with the Best Before panel and contents. This does not affect your statutory rights. el: Freephone (Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm) UK 0800 456 1372, Republic of Ireland 1800 409317. Mail: (UK): Freepost MCVITIE'S. (Outside UK): Consumer Services (EU): pladis Europe BV, Postbus 597, 1500EN Zaandam, The Netherlands. Email via: [email protected]
Detailed analysis: why is Raspberry Jaffa Cakes not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Raspberry Jaffa Cakes is likely not suitable for a palm oil-free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Dark Chocolate (19%) [Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Vegetable Fats (Palm, Shea), Butter Oil (Milk), Cocoa Butter, Emulsifiers (Soya Lecithin, E476), Natural Flavouring), Sugar, Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Whole Egg, Dextrose, Concentrated Orange Juice (Sulphites), Glucose Syrup, Vegetable Oils (Sunflower, Palm), Humectant (Glycerine), Acid (Citric Acid), Gelling Agent (Pectin), Raising Agents (Ammonium Bicarbonate, Disodium Diphosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate), Dried Whole Egg, Acidity Regulator (Sodium Citrates), Natural Raspberry Flavouring with other Natural Flavourings, Colour (Curcumin, Anthocyanins), Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin). For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. ® Registered Trade Mark of pladis (UK) Limited. ality Guarantee Please contact us on our Careline if you have any feedback on our products, or write to the Consumer Services Team, enclosing your pack, complete with the Best Before panel and contents. This does not affect your statutory rights. el: Freephone (Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm) UK 0800 456 1372, Republic of Ireland 1800 409317. Mail: (UK): Freepost MCVITIE'S. (Outside UK): Consumer Services (EU): pladis Europe BV, Postbus 597, 1500EN Zaandam, The Netherlands. Email via: [email protected]. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Raspberry Jaffa Cakes contains 372.7 calories per 100g, with 5.5g of protein, 8.2g of fat, and 69.1g of carbohydrates (49.1g of which is sugar).
What should you do?
If you are following a palm oil-free diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer palm oil-free-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Raspberry Jaffa Cakes Palm Oil Free?
No, Raspberry Jaffa Cakes contains palm oil: the ingredients list names Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.
Does Raspberry Jaffa Cakes contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Dark Chocolate (19%) [Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Vegetable Fats (Palm, Shea), Butter Oil (Milk), Cocoa Butter, Emulsifiers (Soya Lecit...
What are the nutritional facts of Raspberry Jaffa Cakes?
Raspberry Jaffa Cakes contains 372.7 calories per 100g, with 5.5g of protein, 69.1g of carbohydrates, and 8.2g of fat.
How much sugar is in Raspberry Jaffa Cakes?
Raspberry Jaffa Cakes lists 49.1 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).
Does Raspberry Jaffa Cakes contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Raspberry Jaffa Cakes. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.